Creamy Mashed Potatoes

5 pounds of Russet Potatoes
1 1/2 sticks of butter
1 8 oz. package of cream cheese
1/2 to 3/4 cups of half and half
Salt and Pepper to taste

Peel and cut potatoes into fourths. Bring a large pot of water to a simmer and add the potatoes. Simmer the potatoes for 30-35 minutes. Simmer them until the are fork tender but not falling apart.

Drain the potatoes into a large colander. When they have finished draining. Add them back into the pot and put it back on the stove over low heat. Mash the potatoes over low, this will allow all of the steam to escape, making your mashed potatoes smooth and not grainy.

Turn off the heat and add all of the ingredients and mash until your preferred consistency.

I usually modify this recipes because it makes a lot. If I am cooking for two I use only a few potatoes, and just cut back the ingredients and usually don't measure. Just add to your taste!